Chris Evans Gartley joined the Running Times staff as the editorial production manager in January of 2012. Chris began his career in journalism at PSP, a sports publishing firm that produces game-day programs and magazines for collegiate and professional sports teams. He edited the NBA All-Star and finals programs for three years and also served as editor-in-chief of Hoop, the official publication of the NBA. Chris ran high school cross country and track in northern New Jersey and then returned to competitive running six years ago. He's completed three marathons (and is the only RT staff member to walk an entire marathon), and is entering his fifth year as a cross country and track coach for a K-8 team in Bethlehem, Pa. "With a small editorial staff, I have a unique role and contribute to several different aspects of the magazine, website and our new digital editions," Chris says. "I have particularly enjoyed finding images to complement the writing and help tell a story in a visual way."

JILL FORSYTHE

Jill Forsythe, our new web producer, brings to RT a diverse background ranging from archaeologist to pastry chef to webmaster for several running clubs and races. A collegiate field hockey player who later began snowboarding and rock climbing, Jill really found her groove in running in her mid-30s. Her passion for the sport spurred her to create a regional website that helps tie the local running community together. She sits on the board of directors for her local running club and directs the only trail race in her area. Today Jill can often be found hitting the trails near her home in Allentown, Pa., when she's not busy with our website content and redesign. She hopes to finally get that first 50-miler under her belt in the near future. Of her role with RT, Jill says, "I'm excited to work with a team of running junkies who love the sport as much as I do, and, at the same time, be able to interact with the running community at large."

SARAH LORGE BUTLER

Sarah Lorge Butler joined the staff of Running Times as a senior editor in the spring of 2012. Sarah has been working in magazines since 1995. Most recently, as a Runner's World contributing editor, she had been covering the racing, training and nutrition habits of runners of all abilities, from beginners to Olympians. Her book, Run Your Butt Off!, a beginner's running and weight loss guide, was published in 2011. Sarah ran in high school and college and completed four marathons in her 20s. These days she focuses on shorter distances and setting PRAKs (PRs After Kids) and experimenting with more minimal shoes. "I love how Running Times readers are so passionate about the sport and really make running a centerpiece of their lives," Sarah says. "Knowing they're so attached to the magazine, and reading it really closely each month, inspires everyone on staff to keep pushing to make the magazine better."

ERIN STROUT

A full-time freelance journalist, Erin Strout, RT's newest senior editor, is mostly a marathoner chasing PRs on the road. After moving three years ago to Flagstaff, Ariz., she also became tempted by the trails--so much so that she's now had two top 10 finishes at the three-day version of the TransRockies Run. Erin's career has taken her from covering small-town crime in Pennsylvania, to editing at a business magazine in New York, to covering higher education in Washington, D.C., and finally to covering pro running for espnW and ESPN.com. Now Erin's running lifestyle and writing career are peacefully coexisting in a vibrant endurance-sports community. "Joining the RT editorial team is thrilling on many levels," Erin says. "Opportunities to combine my passion for running and journalism with my career are rare. I truly identify with the RT audience--I'm serious about training, I love competing, and I'm always looking for ways to improve. I am honored to play a part in helping our readers do the same."